2001 Jeep Cherokee: What is the towing capacity including torque, payload, and tongue weight?

The 2001 Jeep Cherokee has a towing capacity of 2,000 lbs which is the amount of weight that a vehicle can pull behind it such as an RV or on a trailer. It has a torque of 225 lb-ft @ 190 hp which is the amount of turning power that it has. It has a payload of anywhere from 1,396 to 1,972 lbs which is the weight that a vehicle can carry inside of it. It has a tongue weight of 200 lbs which is the downward force that the tongue of the trailer puts on the hitch and is usually 10% of the towing capacity. You should always be safe when towing such as doing safety checks before driving. Always check the tires, the brake lights and that the trailer is secured correctly.